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Galleywood Common - Open Access Land

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Galleywood Common - Open Access Land is a forest or woodland in the United Kingdom.

Galleywood Common - Open Access Land, forests & woodlands in Essex

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Typical visit
1 h–3 h
Nearest railway station
Chelmsford · 4.8 km
  • Free entry
  • Family-friendly
  • Dog-friendly

About

Galleywood Common - Open Access Land is a named forest, woodland or nature reserve in the United Kingdom. Coordinates: 51.6940°, 0.4602°.

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From the Wikipedia article

Galleywood Common is a 44.6 hectare Local Nature Reserve in Chelmsford in Essex, near the village of Galleywood. It is owned and managed by Chelmsford City Council. Galleywood Common was recorded in the Domesday Book. Its diverse habitats include heathland, woodland, scrub, grassland, ponds and mire. It has a wide variety of fauna. London Hill and Margaretting Road go through the common.

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Coordinates
51.6940, 0.4602
County
Essex
District
Chelmsford
Parish
Galleywood
Postcode
CM2 8TR
Parliamentary constituency
Maldon
Nearest railway station
Chelmsford4.8 km

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Frequently asked questions

Where is Galleywood Common - Open Access Land?
Galleywood Common - Open Access Land is in Essex, London, United Kingdom (postcode CM2 8TR), in the parish of Galleywood.
Who owns Galleywood Common - Open Access Land?
Galleywood Common - Open Access Land is owned by Chelmsford City Council.
Is Galleywood Common - Open Access Land free to visit?
Yes, Galleywood Common - Open Access Land is free to enter.
How do I get to Galleywood Common - Open Access Land?
The nearest railway station is Chelmsford, about 4.8 km away. Drivers can navigate to postcode CM2 8TR.